Retainer Brite: The Gold Standard for Cleaning Invisalign Trays and Retainers

When dentists and orthodontists are asked what to use to clean retainers, the answer is almost always universal: Retainer Brite! These effervescent tablets are the all-time gold standard for cleaning Invisalign aligner trays, retainers, and most types of dental oral appliances.

Just drop one Retainer Brite tablet into a cup of warm water and add your retainers or aligner trays. In 15 to 20 minutes (after the water is no longer blue), your oral appliance is clean, fresh, and germ-free. Use it every single day to ensure that your retainer doesn't get any icky white plaque buildup.

Retainer Brite is available in boxes of 96 tablets (a three-month supply), and a one-year supply that also includes the soaking cup and a free retainer case for storing your retainer. For extra deep cleaning, you can optionally purchase a cordless sonic cleaner, that helps the Retainer Brite to get into all of the crannies and crevices of your retainer.

Don't be fooled by third-party sellers on Amazon or eBay who carry old expired (or counterfeit) products! DentaKit.com gets its Retainer Brite fresh from the USA manufacturer on a regular basis, ensuring that the Retainer Brite that you buy from us is genuine and has a 2-year expiration date.

OAP Retainer Cleaners are Persulfate-Free

Short on time and don't want Persulfate in your retainer cleaner? OAP Cleaners solve the problem. OAP Cleaners are available in two innovative formulas: a gel and a luxurious foam. Both of these products are clinical proven to kill 99.9% of germs and viruses on your retainer in 60 seconds and contain no dyes, abrasives, or Persulfate. Regular use will help prevent plaque buildup on your dental appliance. Great for mouthguards, nightguards, retainers, bridges, aligners, and other types of removable dental appliances. It's also safe for Hawley retainers which contain metal solder.

OAP Cleaner was specially designed for busy people who want clean retainers or aligners but don't have the time for soaking. The product comes in two forms:

• OAP Gel which kills 99.9% of germs and bacteria, and freshens your retainer in 60 seconds.*
  
• OAP Foam (better for Invisalign and Essix retainers) which spreads quickly into cracks and crevices. It kills 99.9% of germs and bacteria, and freshens your retainer in 60 seconds.*

A handy solution for kids who wear retainers or sports mouthguards -- OAP products makes it easy for them to keep their dental appliance clean while at school or after a practice or a game.

OAP Cleaner was created and patented by dental professionals in conjunction with an orthodontic device user who recognized the necessity for a comprehensive dental appliance cleaner. Use OAP Cleaner and never put an icky retainer into your mouth again! You can find them both here: http://www.dentakit.com/oapcleaner.html

We Have A New Look - - And Lots of New Features!

We recently redesigned our website, with new features and simpler navigation. Now it's easier than ever to find what you need at DentaKit.com. Here are some of the new features you'll find:

Retainer Cleaner Finder Tool. Answer just a few simple questions and find the correct retainer cleaner for you. 

Videos page. All of our videos in one place on our website. More videos are always being added, so check back to that page often!

Simpler Menu Structure. Our products are now organized in a more simple manner, making it faster and easier for you to find what you need.

More Product Suggestions. We're showing you more products which are similar to the ones you are searching for, to help you expand your shopping options.

More Product Photos and Videos. Better photos and more videos help you to understand the products and make the right choices.

Faster Checkout Process. Checkout has been simplified to help you get on with your day.

We hope you like the changes we made. If you have any suggestions about how we could further improve your shopping experience on our website, feel free to contact us!

How To Choose The Right Retainer Cleaner

"What should I use to clean my retainer?" It's probably the most common question we get at DentaKit.com. We carry five different retainer cleaners. Choosing the best one for you depends on several factors:

• What type of retainer do you have -- Essix/Invisalign (clear plastic) or Hawley (metal wire and acrylic) ?

• How often do you wear your retainer?

• Does your retainer already have a lot of white plaque buildup? 

Clear Plastic Retainers and Invisalign Aligners

If you wear a clear plastic retainer (which is called an Essix retainer), or if you wear Invisalign or clear aligners, then you can clean your retainer with any of the products we carry. If your retainer already has a lot of white plaque buildup, we suggest cleaning it with DentaSoak or SonicBrite. Both of those products are very strong and will usually remove the white buildup after 3 or 4 consecutive cleanings. OAP Foam is also a great product to use for clear plastic aligners or retainers.

You should not brush a clear plastic retainer or aligner, and never use toothpaste on it. Brushing puts microscopic scratches in the plastic, and toothpaste tends to leave a gunky film on the inside of the retainer or aligner.


Hawley Retainers (Metal Wire and Acrylic)

If you wear a Hawley retainer, you need to know whether it contains metal solder before you can know the proper way to clean it. Hawley retainers that contain metal solder should not be soaked on a daily basis. Most retainer cleaners that require soaking will eventually eat away at the solder, causing it to turn black and crumble off. Sometimes the piece that is soldered on is an "afterthought" that is not really important. If you aren't sure whether your Hawley retainer contains metal solder, or whether the soldered piece is important, ask your dentist or orthodontist.

If your Hawley retainer contains metal solder, the best way to clean it is with a toothbrush and Cleanse Freshen Go Spray or OAP Cleaner.  If your Hawley retainer does not contain metal solder, you can use any of the retainer cleaning products that we carry.


Wear Your Retainer 24/7?

 If you wear your retainer 24/7, check out Cleanse Freshen Go retainer cleaning wipes. They are great for situations when you need to freshen your retainer but don't have access to clean running water.


Is Your Retainer Shiny and New? Keep It That Way!!

If your retainer is brand new, with little or no white plaque buildup, Retainer Brite does a great job of keeping it clean. Be sure to use it every single day, and you will keep odors and plaque under control. The worst mistake that most people make with a new retainer is not cleaning it often enough with a product that kills odor-causing bacteria.


If you're still confused, check out our Retainer Cleaner Comparison Chart. And soon, we will have a video, and an automated "wizard" tool on our website which will help you decide, too!

Get Ready for Summer Travel with Pre-Pasted Toothbrushes, Floss Packets, Retainer Wipes

Summer travel is just around the corner (not to mention summer camp!) Now is the time to stock up on dental care items you'll need for your carry-on or your suitcase. Whether you're in braces or retainers, we have a lot of great products that will help make your travel more convenient.

Pre-pasted toothbrushes are an easy way to stay on top of your oral hygiene when you're on the road. We carry several types:

• Deluxe pre-pasted ReadyBrush
• Deluxe pre-pasted Ortho ReadyBrush for people with braces
• Economy Pre-pasted Toothbrushes
• Fresh & Go Toothbrushes with toothpaste in the handle

Need to floss your braces? Don't forget to take along some packets of Glide Threader Floss, SturdyFloss or a few FlossFish! If you don't have braces, Dr. Ken's Floss Singles are individually packaged and fit anywhere (and you can use them with the FlossFish or the BridgeAid threader needle).

If you use a special mouthwash, we have spouted travel bottles which are relatively flat and pack easily. They come in two sizes: 2 ounce and 4 ounce.

If you wear retainers or Invisalign, then you should check out Cleanse. Freshen. Go. Cleansing Towelettes. These individually wrapped wipes help keep your retainer or aligner clean anywhere in just seconds. Just wipe your retainer with the towelette to kill germs. They're great for airplane travel! Or for a deeper cleaning, take along some Retainer Brite tablets, which are indivdually foil wrapped.

The thing I hated the most about traveling when I had braces was trying to find a way to rinse my mouth when I was a in public restroom. Our pop-up folding cup fills this need, and comes in a rainbow of colors. Or, you can treat yourself to one of our Braces Survival Kits, which include the folding cup and other great stuff.

Happy trails to you, wherever your summer travel will take you. I hope you flash a wide dazzling smile in your vacation pictures, confident that nothing yucky is stuck in your teeth!

Retainer / Aligner Cleaning Wipes and Spray will make your life easier!

You don't always have time to soak your retainer. And you don't always have time to rinse your aligner. And sometimes -- ick -- you drop your retainer on the floor and need to clean it right away! Wouldn't it be nice if there was a product that cleaned your retainer or aligner really quickly, like a wipe or a spray?
Well, dream no more. Finally these products have been invented, and we have them! Introducing: Cleanse. Freshen. Go. Retainer Wipes and Retainer Cleaning Spray. These products are great for Invisalign aligners, all types of retainers, sports mouthguards, nightguards, and even bridgework and dentures -- any type of removable dental appliance. And, it does not contain Persulfate!

Cleanse. Freshen. Go. Cleansing Wipes: The pre-moistened wipes (also known as "towelettes") are individually foil wrapped. To use them, take your dental appliance out of your mouth and wipe it with the towelette. That's it -- no rinsing needed! Cleanse. Freshen. Go. Cleansing Towelettes are infused with a fresh mint flavor and scent. They kill the germs on your retainer and leave it smelling and tasting minty fresh. I have to say, I wish a product like this existed when I wore my retainers 24/7 a few years ago. Personally I hated putting a "dirty" retainer back into my mouth. These wipes will come in handy in all sorts of situations when you are out-and-about. Throw a few into your purse, backpack, pocket, or briefcase. It's a great product for kids in retainers or sports mouth guards who are too lazy or forgetful to keep their retainers clean. And of course, they are great for clear aligners! Try them, we're sure you'll like them. And if you like them a lot, you can save some money by buying A Bulk Bag of 100 Cleanse. Freshen. Go. Wipes.

Cleanse. Freshen. Go. Retainer Cleaning Spray is a liquid that you spray on your retainer to kill germs and remove plaque. To use the spray, remove your dental appliance from your mouth, spray it thoroughly with the solution, then brush your retainer or aligner. If you don't have a brush, you can massage the product in with clean fingertips, or a tissue or cottonball. Then, simply rinse your dental appliance with clean running water. This product is a great alternative to soaking,and can be used as an "in between" cleaner for those situations when you don't have time to soak.

The Cleanse. Freshen. Go. Retainer Cleaning Wipes are available in either a box of 20 or a money-saving bulk bag of 100 individually wrapped wipes. The Spray is available in a 2-ounce bottle, which provides about 50 to 60 cleanings.

We think that you'll love these products as much as we do. If you know someone with Invisalign, or who is wearing retainers, or who uses a mouthguard, spread the word! Viva la convenience!

Introducing DentaSoak: A Retainer Cleaner that is Persulfate-Free

At DentaKit.com we like to be on the leading edge and offer products that are innovative and helpful. When a new retainer cleaning product called DentaSoak caught our attention, we realized it would be a great addition to our retainer cleaning product offerings.

What's so different about DentaSoak? It does not contain the chemical Persulfate. Some people are allergic or sensitive to Persulfate and cannot use oral hygiene products that contain the chemical. Unfortuantely, many retainer and denture cleaners do contain the ingredient. But not DentaSoak. This unique formula kills 99% of disease-spreading germs and bacteria in one 15-minute use. It keeps your retainer, aligner, mouthguard, or dentures sparkling clean and odor-free, and it has a fresh minty fragrance.

DentaSoak is a combination of two types of ingredients: a liquid and a powder. To use DentaSoak, mix the liquid packet together with cold water, add the powder packet, then close and gently shake the retainer bath (included). Once the solution is mixed, it lasts for ONE WEEK. That's right, you mix it once, and use it all week long. At the end of the week, spill it away and mix a new batch for the following week. An incredibly convenient solution for kids who are lazy about keeping their retainers or mouthguards clean!

Each box of DentaSoak includes a spill-resistant retainer bath with a convenient lift-out tray, plus enough solution-making packets to last 3 months. You can save money by buying 4 boxes (a one-year supply). Give DentaSoak a try; we're sure you'll be as impressed as we were!